Forensic LD Psychologist

Pulse; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Band 8b Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for their NHS Forensic Service in London. The role involves providing clinical leadership, conducting assessments, and developing therapeutic programs for users with complex needs. Ideal for passionate and empathetic professionals eager to make a difference.

Benefits

Support from experienced consultants

Access to ipoint electronic timesheet app

High-quality CPD training

£300 recommend-a-friend bonus

Various payment options: PAYE, Umbrella, PSC, LTD

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered.
• Experience in similar settings required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership within the FIND team.
• Conduct psychological assessments and interventions.
• Supervise junior staff and lead service development initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Listening

Education

Doctorate level qualification

Job description

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Position: Band 8b Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

Location: NHS Forensic Service, London

Requirements:

• Hold a relevant qualification at the doctorate level
• Be HCPC Registered
• Have experience working within a similar setting
• Have strong communication and listening skills

Responsibilities:

The post involves providing clinical leadership within the FIND team, offering specialist forensic consultation and care for service users with learning disabilities and/or autism at risk of contact with the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include developing relationships across various services, conducting psychological assessments and interventions, supervising junior staff, and leading service development initiatives. The role also involves strategic planning, delivering therapeutic group programs, and participating in training activities.

What next?

If you are an empathetic psychologist motivated to help those with complex mental health conditions, please apply today or contact our team for more information.

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Why Pulse?

• Support from experienced consultants
• £300 recommend-a-friend bonus
• Access to ipoint electronic timesheet app
• Opportunities in NHS and private sectors
• High-quality CPD training
• Various payment options: PAYE, Umbrella, PSC, LTD

Note: We cannot accept applications from candidates resident within the Red or Amber list of the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.